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AMC Matador Barcelona II

General information

ModelAMC Matador Barcelona II
Year1977
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating56.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4982 ccm (304.00 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4982 ccm (304.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power121.70 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Max torque298.00 Nm (30.4 kgf-m or 219.8 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.4:1
Bore x stroke95.3 x 87.4 mm (3.8 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles9.9 seconds
0-60 miles13.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0654 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Dimensions and weight

Weight1861 kg (4,102.8 pounds)
Overall length5330 mm (209.8 inches)
Overall width1970 mm (77.6 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Wheelbase2900 mm (114.2 inches)
Fuel capacity92.0 litres (24.31 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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